Top Reasons to Live in Minneapolis, MN

It is a center of industry! Minneapolis is home to many Fortune 500 companies including Pillsbury, 3M, and Honeywell to name just a few. There is a strong tradition of innovation and creativity in the city, and it is a great place to build a new venture.

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It is the city of lakes! Minneapolitans are justly proud of the city's many bodies of water. Lakes Calhoun, Harriet, Lake of the Isles, Minnehaha, Nokomis and Cedar Lake are the biggest, but there are numerous smaller streams and ponds, and the mighty Mississippi runs through the center of town.

It is a haven for arts and theater! Minneapolis boasts hundreds of theater companies including the world renowned Guthrie Theatre. At the same time, the city hosts some of the greatest art collections in North America including the Minneapolis Institute of Art and the Walker Art Center with its unforgettable Sculpture Garden.

It has classic diners! The city has a number of burger and malt cafes that residents claim are the best on Earth. The most popular include the legendary Convention Grill in Edina and the Malt Shop on Bryant Avenue. Try the coffee malts at both places - you'll love them!

It has a strong housing market! As one of the most livable cities in America, Minneapolis housing has been on the boom for some time. Bryn Mawr and Audubon Park are two of the hottest districts for rent to own houses. If you want to rent a one bedroom there, the average monthly rent will short you $95

It has great shopping! Minneapolis invented the concept of the indoor shopping mall so it is no surprise that one of the largest in the world - the Mall of America - can be found there. Locals also shop at the many other malls known as 'The Dales' and also frequent the skyway system which is one enormous collection of shops in the downtown connected by second floor walkways between skyscrapers.

It is a sports fan's paradise! Baseball Commissioner Peter Ueberroth called Minnesota sports fans the greatest he had ever seen and you will agree after you attend a game at the Target Center, Target Field or the new Vikings Stadium.

Booming property development! Developers are rapidly building new houses so finding new homes or rent to own homes in popular neighborhoods like Nokomis and Longfellow should be a snap. The median home value in town is about $199,000.

It has a popular rental market! The Minneapolis rental market has been on fire for the last few years, but that doesn't mean you won't find excellent deals on rent to own houses especially in neighborhoods in Powderhorn and the Southwest. The vacancy rate for apartments is currently 2.3% in the city.

Beautiful architecture! Minneapolis has a fascinating mixture of old Victorian and Frank Lloyd Wright 'Prairie School' homes. Some may even be available on a rent to own basis. If you want a historic home, try living in Old Highland or Dayton's Bluff. Houses are on the market an average 83 days, so snap up your choice before it's gone!

Thousands of parks! The city was laid out by Theodore Worth in the early 1900s with grand boulevards and parks stretching from one end of town to the other. Residents are always outside walking, running, hiking, biking, rollerblading, skiing, and skating the city trails. Favorite paths include the Cedar Lake Trail bicycle freeway and the Theodor Worth Park nature trails.

It's housing prices on the upswing! Recent market statistics show that median home prices are rising at a healthy 8% year over year rate. This indicates that there's an increase in new home prices in Minneapolis especially in areas like Camden and Phillips.

It has friendly people! Find out what the phrase "Minnesota Nice" truly means when you visit the Minnesota State Fair or enjoy the Winter Carnival.

It is two cities in one! As if Minneapolis weren't enough by itself, you can always cross the river and visit St. Paul, the other half of the Twin Cities. for excitement. Check out the night life in Bohemian Dinkytown or just stay downtown and go to First Avenue the dance club where Prince got his start.